Reactivity
Enjoy a Good As Gold transition from Reactive Rover to Calm Canine
Living with a reactive dog is stressful.
It’s embarrassing. It’s inconvenient. And sometimes it’s even frightening.
We specialize in treating reactivity, or dogs who bark, lunge, and growl at triggers like other dogs, people, small animals, or wheeled objects.
We can help put an end to:
Choose from our supportive, effective classes and private training programs to turn your reactive rover into a Calm Canine.
Either way, our goal is the same: Get you and your dog enjoying calm walks, visits, and just life in general.
Calm Canines training classes
Calm Canines Class
This fun, supportive class is designed to get you and your dog enjoying some much needed calm, whether that’s on your walks, at home, in your yard, or wherever your dog’s reactivity flares. We take a two-path approach: First, we use positive reinforcement operant conditioning techniques to teach your dog to focus on you instead of the things he reacts to. Second, we use positive classical conditioning techniques to systematically teach your dog to feel ho-hum about his reactivity triggers. (Oh, that dog or squirrel or skateboarder? Yawn!) The end result? By week 7 of class, we’ll be taking a fun group walk in Fish Creek Provincial Park with your Calm Canine focused by your side!
Class details
*Please note: there will be no make up classes if you miss a class
Calm Canines On The Town
Once you experience the field trip at the end of Calm Canines class, you’ll want more. Our Calm Canines On The Town class provides weekly opportunities for you and your dog to practice your new skills in a safe, supportive group environment, guided by one of our skilled instructors. Your dog’s ability to relax and focus on you around other dogs, people, small animals, and wheeled objects will continue to grow, as will your comfort and confidence. Plus we have an awful lot of fun as we rotate our walks through various Calgary parks.
Drop-In Classes
*Please note: You must be a Calm Canines class graduate to enroll in this course, or have completed a Calm Canines private training program.
*Please note: there will be no make up classes if you miss a class
Calm Canines Agility Workshops
One of the most tragic things about reactivity dog is how many activities reactive dogs and their people miss out on. Our Calm Canines Agility workshops gives you and your dog the chance to have fun together learning the country’s most popular dog sport in a supportive environment. You’ll join fellow Calm Canines grads who understand what it’s like to live with a reactive dog, and be guided by our experienced instructor. The best part? While you and your dog have a blast, you continue to build your dog’s ability to calmly focus on you in busy environments.
Workshop details
*Please note: You must be a Calm Canines class graduate, or have completed a Calm Canines private training program (see below), to enroll in this course.
Calm Canines private training
No time for class? Or maybe your dog’s behaviour has reached a point where personalized support feels more comfortable? It may be time to work one-on-one with our experienced trainers.
Private Calm Canines coaching
After an initial consult, you and your dedicated trainer will meet once per week for a minimum of 4 weeks to work with your dog and assign your weekly training homework. You’ll learn how to train your dog to focus on you with her triggers in site, whether at home or on walks. You’ll also learn a systematic training protocol to help your dog learn to feel less passionate about the things that trigger her. After all, if she’s no longer upset or hyper-interested, there’s no longer any reason for all the barking and lunging frenzy.
Contact us or call 587.579.5954 to schedule your Initial Consult.
*Sessions are valid for 6 months after first consult
*Due to the high demand for private dog training, our trainers focus primarily on neighbourhoods in South Calgary. If you are out of the service area, our trainer may recommend virtual training.
Private Calm Canines Gold program* (recommended)
If you’re looking for faster results with less work, we recommend letting one of our trainers train your dog for you. After an initial consult, our trainer will work with your dog several times each week in real-life settings like your home, neighbourhood, and local parks—wherever your dog’s reactivity erupts. You’re welcome to watch the process, or feel free to go about your regular daily obligations. At the end of each week your trainer will transfer your dog’s progress to you during empowering real-life training sessions.
*Please note that our Gold program is available only in these Calgary neighborhoods: Auburn Bay, Chaparral, Cooperfield, Cranston, Douglasdale/Glen, Legacy, Mahogany, McKenzie Lake, McKenzie Towne, Midnapore, New Brighton, Seton, Sundance, and Walden.Is your puppy on the way? Call now to reserve her spot, as we take only a small number of puppies at a time.
Contact us or call 587.579.5954 to schedule your Initial Consult.
*Sessions are valid for 6 months after first consult
Meet your trainer
Barbara Walmer, CPDT-KSA, CBCC-KA, KPA CTP, ACDBC
Having watched so many dogs surrendered for behaviour issues to Calgary Humane Society during her tenure as Behaviour Department Head, Barbara has long made it her mission to support dog lovers struggling with the frustration, stress, and often devastation of living with uncontrollable, aggressive, or anxious dogs. With over 20 years of professional training work under her belt, the highest training credentials, a long track record of successfully resolved cases, and deep empathy for her human clients, Barbara is uniquely suited to restore harmony to life with your dog.
Refund Policy
Upon class registration, students receive hand-outs and training resources. Refund requests made before the class commences, up to 72 hours, will be eligible for a 50% refund of the class fee. Once a class is in progress, all sales are considered final, and no refunds will be issued. We understand that unexpected situations may arise, causing you to miss a class session. While we do not offer refunds or make-up classes for missed lessons, our instructors will do their best to help you catch up on any missed material to ensure you receive the full value of your course.
Questions about our Behaviour Modification private training programs?
Phone: 587-579-5954 | Email: help@goodasgoldtraining.ca
Private dog training for dedicated Calgary dog lovers living with aggressive dogs, dogs with separation anxiety, and dogs with impulse control issues like barking and jumping.